Happy Is the Bride (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1958, Happy Is the Bride is a comedy film directed by Roy Boulting, running about 84 minutes. “"It happened one night" in Merrie England...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a quiet summer corner of Wiltshire that is forever England, David and Janet decide to tie the knot. Unfortunately this is the cue for everyone else to take over proceedings, to the dismay of the couple and the increasing despair of Janet's father.
Who’s in it. Happy Is the Bride stars Ian Carmichael as David Chaytor, Janette Scott as Janet Royd, Cecil Parker as Arthur Royd and Terry-Thomas as Policeman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Happy Is the Bride has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Happy Is the Bride page.
If you liked it. Fans of Happy Is the Bride tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Happy Is the Bride (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Happy Is the Bride change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Happy Is the Bride worth watching?
- Happy Is the Bride holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Happy Is the Bride?
- Happy Is the Bride stars Ian Carmichael, Janette Scott, Cecil Parker, Terry-Thomas and Joyce Grenfell.
- When was Happy Is the Bride released?
- Happy Is the Bride was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.